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Clementine (2019 film)

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Clementine
Theatrical release poster
Directed byLara Gallagher
Written byLara Gallagher
Produced by
  • Aimee Lynn Barenburg
  • Davis Priestley
  • Karina Ripper
Starring
CinematographyAndres Karu
Edited byAlexander Morris
Music byKaty Jarzebowski
Production
companies
  • High Pony Pictures
  • Revery
Distributed byOscilloscope
Release dates
  • April 27, 2019 (2019-04-27) (Tribeca)
  • May 8, 2020 (2020-05-08) (United States)
Running time
90 minutes[1]
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Clementine is a 2019 American romantic drama film written and directed by Lara Gallagher. It stars Otmara Marrero, Sydney Sweeney, Will Brittain and Sonya Walger.

The film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 27, 2019. It was released on May 8, 2020, to virtual cinemas, by Oscilloscope because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[2][3]

Plot

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Karen, reeling from the end of a relationship, seeks refuge in her ex's lake house and meets Lana, a provocative young woman with whom she explores a complicated new relationship.[4]

Cast

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Production

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The film's cast and writer-director Lara Gallagher were announced for the project in October 2017, along with producers Aimee Lynn Barneburg, Karina Ripper, and Davis Priestley; with Kim Bailey and Isabel Marden serving as executive producers.[5] Filming took place in Portland, Oregon.[6]

Release

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The film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 27, 2019.[7] Shortly after, Oscilloscope acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film[8] and it was scheduled to be released on May 8, 2020.[9]

Critical response

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On review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes 64% of 50 reviews compiled are positive, with an average rating of 6.1/10. The site's critical consensus reads: "Clementine struggles to engage as an erotic thriller, but is often held together by the well-acted friendship at its core."[10] On Metacritic, the film has a score of 55 out of 100, based on 12 critics' reviews, indicating "mixed or average" reviews.[11] The film received mostly positive reviews from critics, who praised Sweeney and Marrero's chemistry and Gallagher's direction, but criticized the script.[12][13]

References

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  1. ^ "Clementine". Tribeca Film Festival. Archived from the original on November 12, 2019. Retrieved March 15, 2019.
  2. ^ Kennedy, Lisa (May 7, 2020). "'Clementine': Film Review". Variety. Retrieved July 30, 2020.
  3. ^ Debruge, Peter (May 8, 2020). "New Movies to Watch This Week: 'Becoming,' 'Valley Girl,' 'How to Build a Girl'". Variety. Retrieved July 30, 2020.
  4. ^ Wilson, Lena (April 29, 2019). "'Clementine': A Leaden Lesbian Love Story, Lands With A Thud [Tribeca Review]". The Playlist. Retrieved July 30, 2020.
  5. ^ N'Duka, Amanda (October 5, 2017). "'StartUp's Otmara Marrero, Sydney Sweeney & More Cast In 'Clementine'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 15, 2019.
  6. ^ "Oregon-made movie "Clementine" headed to Tribeca Film Festival". KPTV. Portland, Oregon. April 8, 2019. Archived from the original on February 14, 2020.
  7. ^ Hayes, Dade (March 5, 2019). "Tribeca Film Festival Unveils Feature Lineup, With Screen Time For John DeLorean, Muhammad Ali, Chelsea Manning". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 5, 2019.
  8. ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (November 21, 2019). "Oscilloscope Acquires U.S. Rights To Lara Jean Gallagher-Directed 'Clementine' For 2020 Release". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 21, 2019.
  9. ^ "Clementine". Oscolliscope. Retrieved April 30, 2020.
  10. ^ "Clementine (2019)". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango. Retrieved October 30, 2021.
  11. ^ "Clementine Review". Metacritic. Retrieved July 30, 2020.
  12. ^ Magidson, Joey (May 9, 2019). "Tribeca Film Review: 'Clementine' Explores Post-Breakup Emotions • AwardsCircuit.com by Clayton Davis". AwardsCircuit.com by Clayton Davis. Archived from the original on June 25, 2019. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
  13. ^ Carpico, Marisa (April 27, 2019). "Tribeca Review: Clementine". thepopbreak.com. Retrieved June 25, 2019.
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